Cleaning Advice
Take a look at these clever cleaning guides for every room in your home. Keep your home and furniture in pristine condition with our hacks and how to guides. Having a clean and tidy home is one of the easiest ways to immediately improve your day-to-day quality of life
Cleaning
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The Dyson Submarine is the ultimate vacuum upgrade - here's why
The new Dyson Submarine attachment allows you to wash hard floors with barely any effort
By Molly Cleary
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Today's top vacuum cleaner deals - the best discounts on Shark, Dyson, Miele, VAX, and more
Our edit of today's best vacuum cleaner deals – save up to 20% at Currys, Argos, Dyson, John Lewis, and more
By Lauren Bradbury
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The Ideal Home guide to the best mops around for all floor types
The Ideal Home guide to the best mops around, for easy cleaning of laminate, tiles, vinyl and more. Tried, tested and approved by us
By Annie Collyer
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These Shark deals are worth shopping if you want to get ahead with your spring cleaning this Easter
These Shark deals are worth shopping if you want to get ahead with your spring cleaning
By Molly Cleary
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The 7 most commonly missed spots when cleaning the living room – are you forgetting them too?
It's time to face up to those forgotten spots
By Sara Hesikova
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How to clean a fabric headboard for a spotless and hygienic bedroom
Cleaning experts break down how to treat a fabric headboard for a spotless finish and a refreshing goodnight sleep
By Sara Hesikova
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Why does my air purifier smell? And what to do about it, according to experts
There are 5 possible reasons why...
By Lauren Bradbury
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7 cleaning products that are potentially harmful to you and your home – experts explain how to stay safe
These are the cleaning products and agents you should be extra wary of using
By Amy Hunt
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Can you remove stubborn blood stains with milk? Cleaning experts reveal the most unexpected of stain removers
Why spilt milk might stop you from crying...
By Sara Hesikova
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Our review of the Proscenic I10 - an affordable and reliable vacuum
If you’re looking for a cordless vacuum but can’t justify a premium price tag, the Proscenic I10 might deliver the cleaning power you need.
By Helen McCue
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5 rules for successful spring cleaning - transform your home from dusty to dazzling
Grab your cleaning kit - it's time to get your house spick and span with the help of five essential spring cleaning tips
By Katie Sims
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Decluttering methods - 9 techniques that really work
From the 50/50 rule to Swedish death cleaning, we take a look at the clutter busters that really work
By Emma Rinaldi
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The 7 spots you’re forgetting to clean in the bedroom – but experts say you really shouldn’t
How many are you missing?
By Sara Hesikova
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How to declutter when you’re overwhelmed - 10 tricks for clearing up when you’re feeling stressed
Keep your cool and tackle the mess
By Andrea Childs
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What are the benefits of decluttering? 7 things that will make you want to clear out your cupboards
Finally having that big clear out could not only change your home, but your whole life too
By Emma Rinaldi
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Ideal Home's top reviews of the best vacuums for pet hair
Find the best vacuum cleaners for pet hair with our expert reviews
By Molly Cleary
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Can an air purifier help with allergies? Yes, but only if you choose the right kind
This is one for hay fever sufferers
By Lauren Bradbury
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A daily cleaning checklist – 6 cleaning tasks you should be doing every day, according to experts
A daily schedule for house cleaning may sound daunting, but it’s definitely manageable
By Lauren Bradbury
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Meet the best cordless vacuum cleaners of 2024 in the UK from Shark, Henry, VAX and more
Make cleaning convenient with the 6 best cordless vacuum cleaners that the Ideal Home team can't live without
By Molly Cleary
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What is slug tape? And how to use it to keep slugs out of the house
Keep those pesky slugs at bay
By Lauren Bradbury
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How to recharge with a room reset - the wellbeing benefits of the social media trend
Resetting a room makes it ready for purpose – and can motivate you to a more intentional, productive life, say the experts
By Andrea Childs
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How to clean a pizza baking stone - 6 easy steps to clean and prevent food spills and stains
Nope, soap and water are not welcome here
By Lauren Bradbury
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This smart iPhone camera hack will tell you how to best wash towels and bedding
Decipher laundry care labels in seconds
By Jullia Joson
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25 easy spring cleaning hacks you need to try
Make it easy to keep your home in tip-top shape
By Andreia Shelley
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How to clean kitchen cabinets for a fresh new kitchen
Make your cabinetry feel brand spanking new
By Amy Hodge
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Best vacuum cleaners: our 10 tried and tested top-rated vacuums
We've reviewed the best vacuum cleaners, corded and cordless, for your home
By Molly Cleary
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How to remove mould from ceilings - a foolproof method that doesn’t involve harsh chemicals
It’s all-natural, folks
By Lauren Bradbury